Laguna Beach, CA – On September 12th, 2025, the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach hosted its annual Night at the Ranch event, treating guests to an unforgettable evening filled with a silent and live auction, an open bar, a three-course meal, and live music. The event’s headlining act, Donavon Frankenreiter—had the crowd on their feet, dancing the night away.
The event, attended by 230 guests, featured remarks from Club alumna Kelsey Laroche, who reflected on her journey and highlighted the pivotal role the Boys & Girls Club played in shaping her life and achievements.
The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach extends its heartfelt gratitude to the generous sponsors and partners who made this event possible:
Diamond Sponsors:
- Angels Baseball Foundation
- Click Family Foundation
- Jaynine & Dave Warner
- Massen Greene Foundation
- Specified Sales, Inc.
- Team Laguna
Platinum Sponsors:
- Blue and Kirkpatrick
- Cerno
- Claire & John Pardun
- Crevier Family Foundation
- Dykema
- Jill Witte, Coastal Real Estate Advisor
- Kerslake Family
- MacGillivray Freeman Films
- Nick’s Restaurants
- Phyllis & David Phillips
- PNC Bank
- Steve & Stacy Jones
- US Bank
Partner Sponsor:
- CR&R Incorporated
Beverage Sponsor:
- Bianchi Winery
The sold-out event, co-chaired by Leif Hanson and Steve Blue—alumni of Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach—was held at The Ranch Laguna Beach. It raised $259,165 for the Club’s programs that empower youth. Notable auction items included a Montage Laguna Beach Staycation valued at $5,500 and a Bianchi Paso Robles Private Plane Winery Trip for Six People valued at $12,500.
Looking ahead, the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach is excited to announce that next year’s Night at the Ranch will be held on September 18, 2026. Mark your calendars for another evening of fun, music, and community support.
For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach and how you can support, please visit our website at www.bgclagunabeach.org or contact Michelle Fortezzo at (949) 715-7584 or michellef@bgclaguna.org.
About the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach
Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach serves over 4,000 youth per day in the Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Lake Forest, and Mission Viejo areas. The Club’s mission is to empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential by promoting their healthy social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development. For more information about the Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach, visit www.bgclagunabeach.org or call (949) 494-2535.